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Vitamin D status in Indian subjects: a retrospective analysis

Background The objective of the study was to conduct a systematic evaluation of vitamin D status in pan India population, to provide a comprehensive depiction of the vitamin D status among Indians.

Methods This retrospective, cross-sectional, multicentric study considered data of subjects (≥18 years) who underwent 25(OH)D test at vitamin D screening camps, conducted at 229 sites across 81 cities in India. Primary study variables were proportion of subjects with vitamin D (25(OH)D) - severe deficiency ( 30-≤ 40 (80.4%), >40-≤50 (76%) and >50-≤65 (74.1%) years groups.

Conclusions Our study indicates a high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency in the Indian population irrespective of sex, age, and location. These clinically identified cases represent only a part of a bigger concern, necessitating the need for optimal public health action.